HHP’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser was huge success. With the generous support of our attendees and donors, we raised important funds to support HHP’s artisans and partners around the world.

This incredible generosity will truly transform lives and provide a pathway out of poverty.

Many people asked us how to get involved with HHP’s important mission. Whether it is introducing our fair trade practice products to your friends or business associates or donating directly, we are so grateful for any information, time and talent you can spare. We also offer volunteer activities at our new production facility location, which is opening soon. Volunteering is an enriching experience for company events, team building, bridal showers, and more. You may also consider a warehouse shopping event for your meetup, religious or other social group.

We will be sharing more information about these opportunities over the next few weeks.

At the fundraiser we were also proud to showcase the story of Shanika Smith. Shanika overcame incredible personal and professional obstacles to establish herself as Production and Fulfillment Director, and an integral member of the HHP team. You can watch Shanika’s inspiring story here.

With your support, HHP can continue providing mentorship and a career path for individuals with skills and passions just waiting to shine.

We need to protect and support our most vulnerable people and communities. HHP is able to do that through our products that provide a pathway out of poverty, and we love supporting organizations that share our mission.

The goal of our #LIFTCOMMUNITIES campaign is to create a social movement where everyone gives, volunteers or supports instinctively at least once a month.

For our July act of service, HHP is donating restaurant gift cards to Common Pantry, Chicago’s oldest continually operating food pantry. We strongly support their belief that all individuals deserve the right to good nutrition. The cards were generously donated by HHP supporter and friend Saro Hartounian, owner of Harco Industries, Inc.

Visit Common Pantry’s website to find out ways that you can support this amazing organization and help to #LIFTCOMMUNITIES.

We need to protect and support our most vulnerable people and communities. HHP is able to do that through our products that provide a pathway out of poverty, and we love supporting organizations that share our mission.

So for this month’s act of service we’ll be wearing our red noses and making a donation in support of Red Nose Day, a charity that has raised over $1 billion in 25 years to support projects that ensure kids are safe, healthy, educated, and empowered.
The goal of our #LIFTCOMMUNITIES campaign is to create a social movement where everyone gives, volunteers or supports instinctively at least once a month. Join us this month by wearing a red nose on May 25th and supporting this amazing charity!

SHOW MOM YOUR LOVEwith a gift that helps moms around the world.

These beautiful gifts tell a story and help to change the world. When you give Mom a gift from HHP you’re directly impacting the lives of moms around the world. Share the love!

Melt + Soak + Lather Set$62.00

The Melt + Soak + Lather Set includes an 8 oz. jar of Dead Sea soaking salts, an 8 oz. jar of glycerin bath melts, and a 4 oz. bar of hand-poured glycerin soap. Presented in a teal toiletries bag handcrafted in Cambodia from construction netting in a fair trade setting. Jars are non-breakable. Available in Sea Salt, Lavender, Citrus, and Mint. HHP’s social enterprise brand, 1eleven™, allows HHP to further fulfill its mission by providing jobs and a career path at HHP for disadvantaged adults from underserved communities in Chicago. BUY NOW

Mosaic Tote $92.00

This purse is sure to turn heads! Features white leather detailing on top of black netting. Includes 1 zippered pocket and 2 open pockets. Leather handles. Measures 13″L x 12.5″H x 4″D. Proceeds support daycare and preschool for the artisans’ children. BUY NOW

Cristobal Earrings $50.00

These sterling silver earrings are handcrafted by Mapuche artisans of south-central Chile who have honed their craft over generations. Features a Mapuche inspired adornment measuring 0.5″ in diameter. Total drop of 1″, excluding ear wire. Proceeds support helping hand ARTISANS™, HHP’s global artisan network. Benefits have included clean water, free education, safe transportation, micro-loans, disaster relief, and more. BUY NOW

Aruba Weekender $225.00

Made by a fair trade collective of Guatemalan artisans, this gorgeous Weekender combines hand woven traditional stripes with elegant brass-toned nickel hardware and luxurious leather straps. Features 2 inner and 1 outer pockets, and red macramé pompom details. Made from 100% cotton and leather. Measures 14″H x 17″W x 8″D. Proceeds support the mission to link rural indigenous artisans to international market.BUY NOW

Silver Flora Bangle $14.95

Adorn Mom’s wrist with this bold bangle. Handcrafted by Indian artisans at a fair trade organization who work from home and are able to care for their families while preserving traditional brass-working skills.BUY NOW

HHP’s mission is to #LIFTCOMMUNITIES by providing a sustainable livelihood and job opportunities for people with barriers to employment. We’re helping to provide a pathway out of poverty, and we created 1eleven™ as another way for us to accomplish this goal.

Connecting the power of raw talent with raw materials
At HHP’s 1eleven™ facility, individuals from underserved neighborhoods in Chicago who face barriers to employment are trained and mentored to produce beautiful spa goods, securing the confidence and skills they need to advance their careers at HHP.

Instilling hope
The handcrafted, artisanal spa goods are high-quality and customizable. When you purchase these products, you know that each bar of soap or spa good helped to create a job, change a life and instill much needed hope in struggling communities.

Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade Practice
The lovely evening bag (shown above) has earth-loving characteristics, including crochet detailing made from recycled plastic bags. Every one of our products helps provide a pathway out of poverty and provides valuable social programming for underserved populations here at home and for our global artisan network.